Category: International
Following Starbucks, McDonald’s Acknowledges Effects of Boycotts
Leading global fast-food chain McDonald’s has acknowledged a significant negative impact on its business due to widespread boycotts related to events surrounding the conflict between Israel and Gaza. CEO Chris Kempczinski expressed disappointment at the misinformation contributing to the business downturn, emphasizing that McDonald’s is locally represented in every country of operation, including Muslim nations,…
Saudi authorities close 330 hotels, apartments in Makkah and Medina
Saudi authorities have enforced the closure of a total of 330 hotels and furnished accommodations in Makkah and Madinah due to breaches of regulations in revered cities, which serve as prominent destinations for Muslims globally. This action was initiated as the Ministry of Tourism in the Kingdom commenced the examination of 2000 hotels, with the…
State Department says the US will continue to support democratic ‘suppression’ in Pakistan
When State Deprtment Spokesperson Matthew Miller was asked about the right of Pakistani people to choose their own government, he went on to make a curious clip of tongue. Asked by journalist Ryan Grim if election rigging in Pakistan could lead to sanctions during a press briefing, Miller said that the US would continue to…
More than 1,000 Job Opportunities Await Pakistanis in Turkey
The Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment Facilitates Job Opportunities for Pakistanis in Turkey The Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment has unveiled a list of job opportunities in Turkey that Pakistani nationals can explore through its platform. A diverse range of 1,306 jobs is currently open in Turkey, spanning various fields, including house help…
Mutual Disclosure: Pak-Ind Share Lists on Detainees & Nuclear Facilities
Pakistan and India Implement Consular Agreements: Prisoner and Nuclear Facility Lists Exchanged On Monday, the Foreign Office confirmed the exchange of lists containing details of prisoners held in each other’s custody and information regarding nuclear installations and facilities between Pakistan and India. The exchange of prisoner lists, in accordance with the Consular Access Agreement of…
Maine State Rules Trump Ineligible for 2024 Primary Ballot
Maine State Election Official Rules Trump Ineligible for 2024 Primary Ballot Due to Capitol Attack The top election official of Maine has declared former US President Donald Trump ineligible for the state elections, removing him from the 2024 primary ballot over his involvement in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Maine becomes the second state…
PM Highlights OIC Forum’s Role in Tackling Challenges of Muslim World
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar emphasized on Wednesday the crucial role of effectively utilizing the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) forum to address the challenges and issues faced by the Muslim world. PM Kakar conveyed his concerns during meetings with ambassadors from various Muslim countries, including Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman,…
Pakistan Passport Holders Gain Visa-Free Entry to these Eight Countries
In a significant update for holders of Pakistani passports, a recent report from the Passport Index has identified eight countries where Pakistanis can travel without the need for a visa. While individuals holding Pakistani passports typically require a visa for 151 countries, they can obtain visas upon arrival in 36 nations, and certain countries offer…
Top Military Officials from US, China Conduct Virtual Meeting
The Pentagon announced that the top US military officer engaged in a virtual meeting with his Chinese counterpart on Thursday, marking the first such conversation in over a year. This development is seen as a positive step, raising hopes for a broader restoration of ties between the two militaries. The video teleconference took place following…
World Bank Greenlights $350 Million to Strengthen Pakistan’s Economic Stability
“World Bank Approves $350 Million to Support Fiscal and Competitiveness Reforms in Pakistan” The Board of Executive Directors of the World Bank granted approval on Wednesday for $350 million in financing to aid Pakistan in implementing fiscal and competitiveness reforms. This financial support is allocated for the Second Resilient Institutions for Sustainable Economy (RISE-II) Operation,…